Bar DeVille
3.5
from - Neighborhood: West Town
- 701 N. Damen Ave.
- Chicago, IL 60611
- 312-929-2349
The French-inspired name may translate to "bar of the city," but this corner tavern in the former La Manzanilla space is all about keeping things local and laid-back. Brought to you by Matt Eisler (Empire Liquors, Angels & Kings) and designer Kevin Heisner (who both live nearby) this is the kind of cool little watering hole you can wander into for a fun, no-frills night out. The duo was inspired by trips to Barcelona and Paris, so you'll find rag-tag furniture reminiscent of European flea markets and, on busy nights, waitresses wandering the bar selling cans of beer right off the six-pack. Order local Goose Island or Half Acre brews on tap, or ask the bartender to whip up a classic cocktail with-a-twist, like a stirred-not-shaken gin and vermouth martini or a margarita sweeted with blue agave syrup.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Damen Avenue and Huron Street
- Parking:
- Street
The Basics
- Hours:
- 5 p.m.-2 a.m. Monday through Friday; 5 p.m.-3 a.m. Saturday
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Bar Style:
- Neighborhood
Features
- Games:
- Pool Tables. Free.
- Features:
- Disc Jockey
- Average Drink Price:
- $8-$10 for cocktails
- Payment Methods:
- Cash
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"Nice but pricey"
By Keith82 from Wicker Park, May 24, 2009
$4 for a bottle of High Life? Really? Really? I love the back room and the ambiance of the entire place is top notch but gee golly gosh, the...
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"Love this place"
By Megan from River North, March 18, 2009
If you're looking for a low-key neighborhood spot to grab a beer this is your place. I'm usually not big on dive bars, but they manage to pull it ...
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"Impressive"
By Drover from Wicker Park, March 16, 2009
Although I'd assume it gets REALLY crowded towards the 2am turn... It was VERY comfortable between the hours of 10-12 this past Friday night. Co...
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